How to Set a Screensaver on Samsung TV

Samsung TVs are very sleek in design and enhance any environment in which they are placed. But how would your ambiance look with a moving or pleasant screensaver on your Samsung TV? A lot cooler, right? This article will help you apply a screensaver on a Samsung TV and add more style to your place.

Features of Ambient Mode on Samsung TV

Some interesting features might impress you and make your background look the best on your Samsung TV. The following are the features of Ambient Mode.

• Cinemagraph: This feature has a moving background, such as a Cozy Room, fireplace, or a Rainy Day.
• Artwork: Imerge in the artwork screensaver via life or natural.
• Background Themes: This feature mainly has a simple and solid color background.
• My Album: you can create a customized wallpaper on your own. It also allows you to set your photo as a background.

How to Set a Screensaver on Samsung TV With a Remote

If you are using a Samsung TV manufactured after 2021, you can follow the steps given below to set up a screensaver on a Samsung TV.

1. Turn on your Samsung TV, go to the Home screen, and navigate to the Ambient icon. Select your screen saver from the list of options available and complete the process by following the on-screen instructions.

2. You can also navigate through Ambient mode Settings and access options like Auto- Brightness, Ambient Off Timer/ Sleep After, and Reset all Photos. You can customize these options according to your preferences.

Note: If your Samsung TV remote has the Ambient mode button, you can directly hit it and launch your TV’s Ambient mode settings.

How to Set a Screensaver on Samsung TV Without a Remote

If you are worn out of your TV remote batteries, then you can follow the instructions given below and set your screensaver on your TV.

1. You can replace your TV remote by installing the SmartThings remote app on your mobile. Connect your Samsung TV to the WiFi your mobile is linked with and hit the Add icon → Device → Samsung TV → Start within the app for pairing.

2. Then tap the Menu button on the app and select the location of your TV. Now, hit the Ambient Mode option and select your favorite screensaver to be settled on your TV.

How to Create Personalized Backgrounds

Apart from the default backgrounds of Samsung TVs, you can also customize the background and set it on your TV. Learn more about personalizing a background from the following guidelines.

Use My Album Via TV Menu

1. From the Home page, navigate to the Ambient Mode to go to the My Album option. Choose any template from the available options like Dynamic Filter, Auto Gallery, Monthly Calendar, and more.

2. You can add your photos by navigating to the View Help section and following the instructions given under the section.

Use My Album Via Phone or Tab

1. After launching the SmartThings app on your phone, navigate to the Ambient mode and open My Album from the top of your screen.

2. You can choose your favorite templates from the list and tap View on TV to display the template on the screen.

3. Additionally, you can also choose the Select Photos option and choose one or more photos from your gallery. Then tap Next, after that, you can crop or adjust your photo and tap View on TV to set your photo as a screensaver on Samsung TV.

4. Along with this, you can also use more settings like adding a filter, selecting duration for a slideshow, and more. You can also use the Reset button to reset your photo from the background.

Tip: You can also choose your photos on One Drive in the Select Photos section.

Using the above guide, make the best use of Samsung TV screen saver and upgrade your TV accessibility a bit more to next level.

FAQ

1. Can I use a video as a screensaver on my Samsung TV?

Yes, of course, you can use a video as a background on your Samsung TV. But there are now inbuilt methods to make it work. To do so, download a video on a USB Flash Drive. Plug the USB Drive into your TV and play the video in the loop to create your video background on the TV.

2. How do I avoid a burn-in on my Samsung TV?

Burn-in is caused by using a static photo or wallpaper on your Samsung TV screen. You can avoid these burn-ins by using a moving image as a screensaver on your Samsung TV.